Exterior Sliding Barn DoorsBarn Doors For HomesHomes BarnBarn ExteriorBarn Doors In The House BedroomRustic Barn Doors In The HouseBuilding ExteriorSliding DoorsHouse Barn GuestForwardBarn doors come in all shapes and sizes. Interior, exterior, sliding, hinged, and stationary are just a few of the different styles we’ve used at Yankee Barn. If the barn door exists (and sometimes when it hasn’t), Yankee Barn has most likely incorporated it into one of our designs.What Are Storm Windows? Storm windows are mounted as additional windows, usually to the outside of your home’s primary windows. They aren't replacement windows, but people often install storm windows in lieu of replacement windows to achieve similar benefits at a lower cost. Installing storm windows can be a simple, inexpensive way to increase the efficiency of your home's existing windows. There are many benefits to installing storm windows, including: Increased Energy EfficiencyReduces infiltration of outside air, helping your HVAC unit spend less energy to maintain desired temperature
Additional InsulationHelps you stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter with added air space between primary and storm windows Improved Exterior AppearanceOffers several finish options to complement the color of the home’s exterior Reduction of Street NoiseHelps deaden sounds from busy streets, nearby construction, loud neighbors, and barking dogs Can usually be done in an afternoon, depending on number of windows Doesn't generally require carpentry Protection of Primary Windows Lengthens the life of seals on insulated windows Protects from damage due to prolonged exposure to dust, light, wind and other harmful elements There are four basic configurations of storm windows: two-track, triple-track, two-track slider and basement (also called picture) storm windows. Two-TrackIn a two-track configuration, the outer track contains a half-screen on the bottom portion and the outer pane of glass on the top portion. Neither the screen nor the pane slides up or down.
The inside track contains the inside pane, which can be raised to allow fresh air to enter the home through the screen. Two-track storm windows are for use with double-hung windows. When shopping for two-track storm windows, look for these features for better performance: Adjustable ventilation stops on inside track Removable glass and screen for easy cleaning Predrilled holes for easier installation Quality weatherstripping for reduced air infiltration Triple-TrackIn a triple-track configuration, the two windowpanes and half-screen each rest in a separate track, so each sash can move independently. This configuration adds flexibility, giving you the capability to pass items through the open window when necessary. You can also move both glass panes to the bottom and the screen to the top for effective cross-ventilation. Triple-track storm windows are for use with double-hung windows. When shopping for triple-track storm windows, look for these features for better performance:
Stabilizer bar for added strength Two-Track SliderTwo-track slider storm windows are just like regular two-track storm windows, except they open horizontally instead of vertically. Two-track sliders are for use with slider windows. Basement (Picture)Basement storm windows have only one pane, similar to a typical picture window. The pane is held in place by thumb latches on the outside of the frame for easy removal. When shopping for basement storm windows, look for these features for better performance: Built-in screen to keep insects out when pane is removed Basement storm windows are usually available only in the following sizes: 32 1/16-inch (w) x 14 1/16-inch (h) 32 1/16-inch (w) x 18 1/16-inch (h) 32 1/16-inch (w) x 22 1/16-inch (h) Good to KnowTo make sure you choose quality windows, examine the corners. They should be strong and airtight. Corner joints that overlap are preferable to those that are mitered. If you can see through the joints, they'll leak air.
Low-E GlassAll types of storm windows mentioned above should be available with Low-emissive (Low-E) glass to achieve even greater energy efficiency. Low-E glass is window glass that has been treated with an invisible metal or metallic oxide coating, creating a surface that reflects heat, while allowing light to pass through. This energy-saving technology first became available in 1979 and continues to grow in popularity. Windows treated with Low-E coatings are proven to reduce energy consumption, decrease fading of fabrics, such as window treatments, and increase overall comfort in your home.ColorsStorm windows are commonly available in white, brown and mill (a silvery, aluminum color). Some manufacturers also produce storm windows in almond. If you need another color, ask a store associate about availability. To ensure a good fit, it's important to have accurate measurements for every window in your home. Although some windows may appear to be the same size, it's best to measure each one individually.
To determine the width, measure from the inside of the moulding on one side of the window to the inside of the moulding on the other side of the window. Measure at the bottom, middle and top of the window. Use the narrowest measurement for the width of your storm window. To determine the height, measure from the sill to the inside of the moulding at the top of the window. Measure at the left, middle and right of the window. Use the shortest measurement for the height of your storm window. Using the smallest measurements ensures that the storm window's flanges will fit inside the exterior trim. Would you prefer to have a professional install your storm windows? Let Lowe's do it for you. Good to KnowIt’s important to examine your storm windows after installation. Make sure the movable window and screen sashes move smoothly and seal tightly when closed. Check to ensure there's a tightly caulked seal around all edges of the windows.The under-coach slide-out can hold kitchen equipment or other gearThe brainchild of former NASA engineer Garrett Finney, Texas-based Taxa isn't the camper company to call if you're looking for a run-of-the-mill teardrop or fifth wheel.
It's a place where trailer building mixes with science and art, resulting in otherworldly campers like the Cricket and the FireFly. Its latest effort, the TigerMoth, is a small, 910-lb (413-kg) towable that uses some innovative solutions to camp two in blissful, breezy comfort.It doesn't take long to figure out that the 12-foot-long (3.7-m, with tongue) TigerMoth comes from the same creative minds behind the Cricket. It wears the unmistakable asymmetrical bodywork that makes Taxa's designs so unique. It's not just a smaller Cricket, though, as its upsloping roof is quite distinct from its larger, older brother. It looks as if Taxa aspired to find the polar opposite of the common teardrop and its rounded edges and dropping roofline. An interesting style is great for couture clothing and bespoke sports cars, but a successful camping trailer design is all about overnighting comfort and practicality. Taxa uses some interesting space-saving techniques to ensure it meets those goals. Instead of going with a dedicated indoor or tailgate kitchen, Taxa saves space with a 48-in-long (122-cm-long) slide-out that rolls away under the convertible couch.
That slide-out sets up in less than a minute and neatly holds the optional kitchen box, which includes a hand-pump faucet, 4-gal (15-L) water tank, worktop, and storage for a stove and cooking tools. The pull-out can also be used without the kitchen box as a general storage drawer. The TigerMoth's interior can be accessed via the standard rear door and the funky, swing-up hatch on the side. Taxa says it added the latter to make for easier loading and provide more connection with the outdoors. The hatch does add an extra ventilation option while also serving as a roof to sit under in inclement weather, but we prefer something a little simpler and more symmetrical like the rectangular wings of the Mogo Freedom. The interior is quite simple, featuring a two-person, 80-in-long (203 cm) convertible couch/bed against the driver-side wall and a pop-up table. NASA-inspired attachment points, hooks, and bungees serve to secure gear to the walls and ceiling. Three windows with shades and screens provide pest-free ventilation and views outside.
The 12V cabin LED lighting system extends out over the kitchen for food prep in the dark. The TigerMoth's super-simple design makes it more an activity basecamp than a comfy home away from home, and Taxa has prepared it for the role with gear-hauling provisions. In addition to the aforementioned interior storage, the design includes an optional rooftop cargo deck and an extra-long tongue that can hold the optional cargo-loading step and toolbox. The TigerMoth isn't designed to travel to the roughest adventure destinations like, say, BCT MOAB trailers, but Taxa describes it as "dirt road ready." It includes a powder-coated steel chassis, torsion axle, 12-in (30.5 cm) ground clearance and 15-in wheels. The TigerMoth's sides, doors and roofs are built from an aluminum composite, and Taxa approximates R-value at 6. The trailer has electric brakes, a 120V shore power inlet, two 12V outlets and an inlet for optional Zamp solar panels. The TigerMoth is available now around the United States. Taxa lists MSRP at US$12,900 but stresses that that is the the maximum list price and actual sales prices are determined by dealers.